No, it isn't some MLM company in pre-launch. Over the past several months I've chosen to take a closer look at the world around me, the people in my life, and myself as an individual. You may have noticed I've chosen not to participate in the forums as often. I had gotten away from my blogs and communities.

In short, I just took time to take a step back, inhale a few deep breaths and reflect. Some call it meditation or quiescense. It is something I encourage everyone to do at some point in time for both business and personal rejuvenation. I've received a few emails inquiring about my health, my passion for my business and the company I represent, and if I'm as fed up with some things that happen online as they are. I can assure you that I am fine, I love my business and, like everyone, would enjoy more refined activity in emails and forums.

The forums and blogs are a great place to interact and often tend to reveal the true character of some people. I've found great value in both the good and the bad behavior that occurs on line. This weekend I received a link to a video that brought that realization back to the forefront as I've begun my return to a more focussed online presence.

I have many outstanding friends and aquaintances I've met here and other places online and you've all helped make a difference in some way. I hope at some point and time I've made a difference for you. More importantly, there are others out there who seem to be lost, angry or alone and perhaps don't quite know how to address their situation. You, too, have made a difference because I've learned something valuable from you as well even though you may not have realized it.

With that said, I'd like to present each person here with a Blue Ribbon via this YouTube video.

Thanks for helping me remember Who I Am Makes a Difference and I hope you accept your blue ribbon and pass one on.